Stand for Children’s mission is to ensure that all children, regardless of their background, graduate from high school prepared for, and with access to, a college education. With members in more than 100 communities across Massachusetts who prioritize child advocacy in school reform efforts, our ultimate goal is to ensure that every child has access to a quality education and an equitable chance to succeed in life.

We Can Do Better to Improve Public Schools

68% of low income 4th graders in Massachusetts are not proficient at reading.

70% of low income students in Massachusetts are not proficient in math in 8th grade.

83% of low income 8th graders in Massachusetts are not proficient at science/technology and engineering.